Chef de Parties Salary: £34,000 + Service Charge
The Opportunity
Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Banqueting Chef de Partie to join our Park Hyatt London River Thames team. As Banqueting Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of a designated section within the banqueting kitchen, supporting the Sous Chef and Head Chef in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for a wide range of events and functions.
* Section Leadership: Manage and oversee a specific section of the banqueting kitchen, ensuring readiness, organisation, and excellence during service.
* Menu Execution & Quality Control: Prepare and present banquet dishes to the highest standards, ensuring consistency in flavour, presentation, and timing across a variety of event formats—from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences.
* Inventory & Cost Management: Monitor stock levels for your section, assist with ordering, and ensure proper storage and rotation to minimise waste and maintain freshness.
* Training & Development: Support and mentor Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
* Health & Safety Compliance: Uphold rigorous food safety and hygiene standards in line with HACCP and local regulations, ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
* Operational Efficiency: Maintain equipment and workstations in your section, ensuring smooth service and adherence to kitchen protocols.
* Collaboration with Senior Team: Work closely with the Banqueting Sous Chef and Head Chef on menu execution, event planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Who We Are
At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best, and fastest growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities to our colleagues.
As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.
Why Now?
This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.
How We Care for Our People
What sets us apart is our purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.
We’re proud to offer exceptional benefits which include:
* 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
* Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
* Free meals on duty
* 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
* Business attire laundered complimentary
* Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
Who You Are
As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect and Wellbeing. You are a dependable and driven culinary professional, passionate about delivering high-quality food for events, leading your section with confidence, and contributing to the success of every banquet and function.
Experience Required:
* Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef in a banqueting or high-volume kitchen environment
* Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and HACCP compliance
* Ability to manage a section independently and support junior team members
* Committed to delivering consistent quality, presentation, and timing in a fast-paced event setting
Experience Preferred:
* Formal culinary training or diploma
* Experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining banqueting environment
* Proven work experience or exposure to London-based hotels, with knowledge of UK hospitality standards, local compliance (e.g., Food Hygiene Rating Scheme), and service expectations for international guests
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
About Park Hyatt London River Thames
Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite. With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney pieces, and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Kings Road. The hotel boasts exquisite dining options, state-of-the-art events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, spa rooms and indoor pool.
Next Steps: Apply today for this Banqueting Chef de Partie role and start your journey with Hyatt!